When fibromyalgia affects the lower part of the body, this is somewhat different than upper body pain due to the weight-bearing nature of both legs and feet. Although this is just one area of the…
Fibromyalgia Symptoms
A detailed guide to understanding Fibromyalgia symptoms, early warning signs, and how they are diagnosed.
Fibromyalgia and Adrenal Stress
Adrenal stress and adrenaline dominance can occur when our adrenal glands accumulate too much stress while creating imbalance within the pituitary and hypothalamus (in the brain). This can be common with any chronic illness due…
Sciatica Pain and Fibromyalgia – can one affect the other
Sciatica pain and fibromyalgia often coexist in the same person but may require different treatments and pain management options. Fibromyalgia itself is known for causing pain in various regions of the body. Many of us…
Fibromyalgia and Hip Flexor Pain
It is not uncommon to have hip flexor issues, or pain in this area with fibromyalgia. The hips, hip flexors, and lower back correlate with fibromyalgia pain areas due to tender areas around the lower…
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome and Fibromyalgia – Is There a Connection?
Many people assume that carpal tunnel syndrome only occurs in people who spend a lot of time typing on a computer or engaging in repetitive motions like swinging a tennis racket, but this is far…
MTHFR Gene and Fibromyalgia
Introduction Fibromyalgia is a complex and often misunderstood chronic condition characterized by widespread musculoskeletal pain, fatigue, sleep disturbances, and cognitive difficulties commonly referred to as “fibro fog.” While its exact cause remains unclear, researchers generally…
Fibromyalgia and TMJ Pain Syndrome
Did you know that fibromyalgia and TMJ pain often go together? Unfortunately for many fibromyalgia patients, this is a painful reality. Your jaw is one part of the body that you don’t think about much…
Restless Leg Syndrome and Fibromyalgia
Understanding the Connection Between Two Chronic Conditions Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) and Fibromyalgia are two distinct medical conditions that often intersect in meaningful and frustrating ways for those who experience them. While each disorder has…
Acupuncture for Fibromyalgia Pain
Understanding Fibromyalgia and the Nature of Its Pain Fibromyalgia is a long-term condition that affects how the nervous system processes pain signals. Instead of pain being a simple response to injury or inflammation, fibromyalgia causes…
Dysautonomia Syndrome in People with Fibromyalgia
Many people with fibromyalgia can experience at least one form of dysautonomia syndrome and it can be a very serious problem that may not be properly addressed. Because fibromyalgia is so intimately connected to the…